Senior Research Scientist - Infotech Labs

Overview Who we are

Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota.

As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve.

We’re looking for diverse, talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.

The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.

Who we’re looking for

Toyota’s InfoTech Labs (ITL) Division is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Research Scientist. The primary responsibility of this role is to research and develop Connected and Cooperative mobility applications and technologies.

The person in this role will support the ITL division’s overall objective.

What you’ll be doing

• Development of innovative connected and cooperative automated driving functionalities for path / motion planning, platooning, and predictive control.
• Development of Generative and Foundational AI-based agent systems for connected mobility applications.
• Conduct in-depth analysis, profiling, and optimization of LLM agentic performance and efficiency.
• Leading university research collaboration on Foundational AI Models inference optimization for connected mobility applications.
• Contributing to university research collaboration on Generative AI World Models for connected automated driving.
• Contributing to various research projects.
• Regularly report and present to the research team and management.
• Create academic publications and invention disclosures.

What you bring

• Ph.D. holder in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
• Experience in deep learning and advanced AI systems design.
• Experience in developing and testing software using C++, Python, MATLAB, and GitHub.
• Experience with optimization techniques and software solvers such as Gurobi, CVX, CVXOPT.
• Experience of proof-of-concept prototyping for connected vehicles or IoT systems.
• Proven interest in analyzing, modeling, and optimizing the performance of (mobility) applications.
• Excellent time management and task prioritization skills.
• Clear and concise presentation skills, both written and oral, with consideration for international audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as within a highly motivated team environment.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to respond professionally in all types of situations.

Added bonus if you have

• Solid understanding of V2X communication technologies standards such as SAE J3216, J3186 and ETSI 103578.
• Experience of professional activities for academic conferences and journals.

What We’ll Bring

During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities.

A few highlights include :

• A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect.
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement.
• Vehicle purchase & lease programs.
• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family.
• Flextime and virtual work options (if applicable).
• Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools, and more.
• Flexible spending accounts.

The annual base salary range for this position is $128,800.00 - $209,300.00.

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace diverse perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star.

Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members’ efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong.

As a company that has been one of DiversityInc’s Top 50 Companies for Diversity and a member of The Billion Dollar Roundtable supporting minority and woman-owned suppliers for over 10 years, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the diversity of the communities where we live and do business.

Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

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